Deportation/Removal

Deportation, also known as removal, refers to the process by which the United States government orders a person to leave the country. There are many potential reasons for a person to be deported, but it generally occurs when a person fails to comply with criminal or immigration laws. Anyone who is facing the possibility of deportation should contact an experienced deportation attorney as soon as possible.

There are many ways in which an attorney could help you avoid deportation, and retaining a skilled immigration law attorney is the best way you can maximize your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome in your case.

How a Deportation/Removal Attorney Can Help

The law surrounding deportation is extremely complicated, and there are many ways in which an immigration law attorney may be able to help you avoid deportation. For example, in certain circumstances you may be able to file a waiver of the grounds of removal. In considering whether to grant a waiver, an immigration will judge certain factors such as ties to the community, employment history, time of residence in the United States, and rehabilitation and remorse. In addition to waivers, other arguments against deportation that can be raised include:

Cancellation of an order of removal

Requests for Asylum

Arguments based on the U.N. Convention against Torture

Appeals of orders of removal

Prosecutorial Discretion

These are just some of the ways in which an experienced deportation attorney could help you remain in the country, and the specific methods used will depend on the circumstances of your case. Retaining a skilled deportation lawyer is the most effective thing you can do to make sure that you have the best chances possible of remaining in the country.

Disclaimer

The information on this page is meant to provide a general overview of the law. The laws in your state and/or city may deviate significantly from those described here. If you have specific questions related to your situation you should speak with a local attorney.